Engineering Program Manager - Human Factors Research
Shape the future of wearable technology! The Applied Research and Characterization team combines expertise in mechanical engineering, human factors, biomechanics, data analysis, statistics, software, and advance fabrication. We deliver data-backed insights for design decisions across Apple's entire hardware portfolio, directly influencing products launched worldwide. You'll have the opportunity to experience cutting-edge equipment and collaborate with multidisciplinary experts across our global sites. Few teams offer this breadth of impact combined with world-class resources.
As an Engineering Program Manager (EPM), you'll help drive human factors research efforts (biomechanic and anthropometric) by working hand-in-hand with a diverse team of researchers and engineers. This role demands enthusiasm for collaborating with cross-functional partners, strong communication skills, and the ability to excel in ambiguity. We champion continuous learning and bold experimentation. Your insights will influence products used by millions. Ready to make that impact?
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Description
In this highly impactful role, we will ask you to lead human factors research efforts, managing and tracking development schedules. You will look to identify and prioritize project tasks and risks, driving multi-functional teams, integrating their deliverables and schedules into the project. You'll regularly communicate status and give a comprehensive picture to the project team as well as Apple leadership. Heavy emphasis will be placed on synchronizing project milestones throughout the Apple development process. ","responsibilities":" Collaborate and facilitate communication across research, engineering, and industrial design teams to meet aggressive quality, schedule, and technical rigor; key contributor to research planning and execution
Understand technical issues & complex design trade-offs; drive to closure by bringing together key stakeholders; facilitate decision-making discussions to meet overall project objectives
Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and facilitate conflict resolution within and between teams; focus on top level objectives and develop best course of action
Create/maintain complex and detailed project schedules for research work; respond quickly to changes and minimize project impact
Provide timely issue resolution and critical path management as top priorities shift
Offer multiple levels of status across a wide spectrum of individual contributors to executive management
Preferred Qualifications
Strong technical background in BME/ME/EE; MS in engineering is a plus
4+ years of project management experience in user studies and/or human factors
Experience and familiarity with consumer electronic industry
Detailed knowledge of product development cycles
Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience
Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and leadership skills
Highly disciplined in workflow, process, and staying organized on priority tasks
Superior attention to detail with a strong commitment to rigor and excellence
Self-motivated and proactive with creative and critical thinking capabilities
Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles and constant change; remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty.
Experience identifying and directing resources required to implement successful projects
Minimum Qualifications
BS BME/ME/EE degree required (or equivalent in relevant engineering field)
4+ years of project management experience
Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in setting up project schedules and work plans
Experience collaborating with multi-functional teams to drive closure of technical issues
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .
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